Levy has always been a target for criticism, with his tight stronghold on the Tottenham coffers either drawing plaudits when the club is performing, or being scrutinised when the club eventually decide to sell - Gareth Bale for example.

Times journalist Oliver Kay gave his verdict in an opinion story back in August on how Spurs' stars are paid less than other clubs: "Beneath every bit of praise, has been the nagging feeling that progress on the pitch will be hard to sustain unless Tottenham adjust to the realities of the market that has little respect for prudence."

"You're never going to get any change off of Daniel, he's an astute businessman," Sherwood said. "He knows what he's doing does Daniel, he's the best operator I've ever seen. Teams will have to pay through the nose, and if he doesn't want to sell, then they will be going nowhere.

"The club is on the up. The last thing they want to do is lose players. Without Levy's mind, Tottenham would be in a much worse position. He's had to do it slowly. He's under pressure to give his players what they want and remain competitive."

Will Butcher

Sports journalist who graduated in 2016 from Staffordshire University, and has since worked for Football Insider. Obsessed with anything football related. Still dreaming of a Premier League return for Leeds United.